Serif Normal Rymeh 2 is a bold, normal width, medium contrast, italic, normal x-height font visually similar to 'Browser Serif' by AVP and 'Amasis' and 'Amasis eText' by Monotype (names referenced only for comparison).
Keywords: editorial, book design, headlines, pull quotes, branding, classical, literary, formal, warm, emphasis, heritage, authority, readability, display impact, bracketed serifs, oldstyle, calligraphic, angled terminals, tight apertures.
A robust italic serif with bracketed serifs and a pronounced rightward slant. Strokes show moderate contrast with thick, confident main stems and tapered joining strokes, giving letters a slightly calligraphic, oldstyle flavor. Proportions are compact with strong vertical presence in capitals, while lowercase forms are rounded and sturdy, with ball terminals and angled entry/exit strokes that add motion. The numerals are weighty and traditional, pairing well with the letters and maintaining consistent color across a line.
Works well for editorial typography such as magazine features, book jackets, and section openers where an italic with strong presence is needed. It also suits headlines, pull quotes, and brand marks seeking a traditional serif voice with assertive emphasis.
The overall tone is classical and bookish, suggesting tradition, authority, and a cultured editorial voice. Its energetic italic rhythm keeps it from feeling stiff, adding a warm, expressive emphasis suitable for literary or ceremonial settings.
Likely designed as a forceful, high-impact italic serif that can carry emphasis on its own rather than acting only as a companion style. The combination of bracketed serifs, moderate contrast, and energetic terminals points to an intention of blending classic text-serif heritage with display-level authority.
The heavy italic angle and firm serifs create a dense typographic color, especially in longer passages. Counters and apertures lean toward the tight side, which enhances solidity and presence at display sizes and for emphasized text.